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Executive Leadership Podcast

The Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast provides leadership training and coaching based on the principles of its founder John C. Maxwell.

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Why Aligned Teams Outperform Talented Ones

Why Aligned Teams Outperform Talented Ones

Maxwell Leadership October 8, 2026

In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore the performance power of aligned teams. They highlight the importance of leaders communicating vision, strategy, and individual roles frequently to create true alignment within teams. They also discuss the difference between agreement and alignment. Discover practical tips for clarifying team roles, measuring success, and ensuring everyone knows how their contributions connect…

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Why Your Feedback Isn’t Landing, and How to Fix It

Why Your Feedback Isn’t Landing, and How to Fix It

Maxwell Leadership October 1, 2026

In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore well-meaning feedback’s unintended effects and how to curtail them. They highlight the crucial role emotions play in how team members receive and process feedback, and share practical strategies for ensuring feedback stays focused on behaviors, not people, and fostering an emotional climate that supports growth. You’ll gain valuable insights into delivering…

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The ROI of Leadership Development

The ROI of Leadership Development

Maxwell Leadership September 24, 2026

In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley discuss the real return on investment that comes from prioritizing leadership development within organizations. They highlight the difference between equipping team members with technical skills and truly developing leaders who can inspire, engage, and retain talent. The conversation explores common challenges organizations face when they focus solely on task training, like high…

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Busy Isn’t the Same as Effective

Busy Isn’t the Same as Effective

Maxwell Leadership September 17, 2026

In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore the difference between being busy and being effective as a leader. They illustrate how motion—such as planning and preparing—can often masquerade as progress when true impact comes from taking decisive action. You’ll discover lessons from real-life case studies and practical strategies for turning meetings and collaboration into actionable steps that deliver…

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Becoming an Influential Person

Becoming an Influential Person

Maxwell Leadership September 10, 2026

In this episode, our hosts discuss what it means to become an influential person instead of an influencer. You’ll learn about the five levels of leadership, discover how influential people think differently, and gain practical tips to build authentic connections with others. Our hosts also explore the impact of emotional intelligence, long-term thinking, and leading with principles instead of preferences….

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Leadership Blind Spots — What Growth Requires

Leadership Blind Spots — What Growth Requires

Maxwell Leadership September 3, 2026

In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore common leadership blind spots and what growth requires to overcome them. Find out how to leverage self-awareness, honest feedback, and systems to identify and address often overlooked areas. This episode also shares practical strategies for handling difficult conversations, balancing results with team development, and maintaining clarity in communication. Read The Transcript…

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This podcast is insightful, informative, and inspires me to show up, lean in, and be a better human. I am a better leader of myself, modeling the behaviors and approaches I expect, and supporting the success of my team, my colleagues, and our partners and stakeholder.

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Thank you for this podcast and all the leadership lessons. I will continue to share this with people I come in contact with because we are all leaders. Thanks again.

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I love this podcast this episode especially about retention. Thank you for the hard work that you put in as a team I’ve listened to this specific episode now three times just in one day.

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Chris and Perry unpack powerful leadership principles, share keen insight, and provide practical application. Exactly what I need.

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